John C. Schulte

Founding member of Schulte Law Firm, Jock’s practice focuses on serving as a Settlement Master, Personal Injury, Estate Litigation, and Family Law.As a Settlement Master, John has successfully conducted more than 3,000 settlement conferences, arbitrations, and mediations covering all areas of law.

Background

Born in Cleveland on January 19, 1950, Jock attended The Ohio State University and Lake Erie College where he received his B.S. in American Studies in 1972.After graduating, Jock moved to Missoula and was a fifth grade teacher at Victor and a fifth through eighth grade teacher at Target Range School.

In 1983, Jock began law school at the University of Montana. Upon graduation in 1985, with honors, Jock was admitted to the State Bar of Montana and began his practice as a lawyer. Several years later he founded Schulte Law Firm with the goal of bringing justice to Montanans through a superior work ethic and expert legal advocacy.

Dwight J. Schulte

Dwight focuses on criminal law in both federal and state courts in Montana, personal injury, real estate, and family law.

Background

Born in Missoula, Montana on December 18, 1980, Dwight is a fourth generation Montanan. Dwight grew up on a ranch at the mouth of the Bitterroot Valley.Dwight attended the University of Colorado and the University of Montana where he received a B.S. in Finance in 2003.Throughout school and after graduation, Dwight worked in construction.

Dwight graduated from the University of Montana School of Law in 2008 and began his criminal and personal injury focused practice after becoming a member of the State Bar of Montana.

Professional and Civic Activities

The National Trial Lawyers – Top 100 Trial Lawyers

The National Trial Lawyers – Top 40 under 40

State Bar of Montana, New Lawyers Association – Past President

Criminal Justice Act Selection Committee.

State Bar of Montana – Member

Western Montana Bar Association – Member

Montana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Member

Montana Trial Lawyers Association – Member

United Way of Missoula County – Board of Directors

Megan M. Melvin

Megan is Schulte Law Firm’s newest associate, joining the firm upon her graduation from the University of Montana School of Law in May, 2017. Megan practices in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, family law, and environmental law, specializing in water law issues. She is admitted to practice in all Montana courts and in the United States District Court for the District of Montana.

Background

Megan grew up in Indiana and on the gulf coast of Florida, where she attended Florida Gulf Coast University. After earning undergraduate degrees in English and Philosophy, she moved to Montana and worked as a legal assistant for several years prior to attending law school. While in law school, she competed on the National Moot Court team, where her team placed third in the region. She also served as vice president of the student chapter of the Montana Trial Lawyers Association. She was awarded the Montana Trial Lawyers Association scholarship in her third year for her demonstrated interest and excellence in trial advocacy.She completed her law school clinic at the Federal Defenders of Montana, where she gained valuable experience in the federal criminal courts.

Professional Membership & Activities

American Bar Association

Montana State Bar

Western Montana Bar Association

Montana Trial Lawyers Association

Montana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

July Johnson

Attorney at Heart

July Johnson was born on April 15, 2017 and joined Schulte Law Firm in July.

July spends his time at the firm advocating for belly scratches and playing fetch. July specializes in naps and making sure everyone is having a good day.